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When you're learning Korean, you will be introduced to different Korean speech levels. Each level is used to express a certain amount of respect or courtesy to the person or group you're addressing. Learn the different levels of speech with Korean teacher Bryce J....
Fundamentally, parts of Korean speech are formed by stringing together smaller units to create words and phrases. This idea is seen in many languages, including English.
To illustrate this, lets look at the word needlessl …
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A Beginner's Guide to Korean Speech Levels

When you're learning Korean, you will be introduced to different Korean speech levels. Each level is used to express a certain amount of respect or courtesy to the person or group you're addressing. Learn the different levels of speech with Korean teacher Bryce J....
Fundamentally, parts of Korean speech are formed by stringing together smaller units to create words and phrases. This idea is seen in many languages, including English.
To illustrate this, lets look at the word needlessl

Pack Your Bags: 50 Epic Reasons to Visit Korea

Each place in the world has something that makes it unique, special, and worth visitingand Korea is no exception.
Whether you want to visit Korea to learn Korean or you just want an unforgettable experience, here are 50 amazing reasons you should plan a trip to Korea, now!
1. Sunrise Peak
Sunrise Peak is a tuff cone on Jeju Island that was formed by hydro-volcanic activity almost 5,000 years ago.
If you're feeling adventurous, you can take one of two trails up to the peak. Even i

Learn Hangul: The Korean Alphabet for Beginners

Looking for a complete guide on how to learn the Korean alphabet for beginners? In this article, you'll learn all you need to know about hangul - an essential component of the Korean language.
The Korean alphabet, also known as hangul, was invented by King Sejong the Great and his scholars in 1443. It was proclaimed the official alphabet in 1446, and is one of King Sejongs greatest and most unique achievements.
Hangul is a phonetic system that is both scientifically and philosophicall

5 Fun, Effective Ways to Practice Speaking Korean

Looking for some fun ways to practice your Korean language skills? Here, Severn, MD Korean tutor Keulin H. shares some fun and effective study methods to practice speaking Korean...
Learning Korean can be daunting for beginners. Of course, working with a Korean teacher will help you get started with the alphabet and correct pronunciation of the different letter combinations. From there, practice makes perfect! So how can you practice? Here are five fun ways to practice speaking Korean.

10 Mouth-Watering Korean BBQ Dishes You Have to Try

One of the best things about studying the Korean language is learning about different aspects of the culture. What better way to learn some Korean vocabulary than sampling some delicious Korean delicacies?
Korean BBQ restaurants have table-top grills so guests can cook their own food at their tables. The food is delicious, and the table-top grills make for a fun group dining experience.
Here are 10 Korean BBQ dishes you have to try.
1. Grilled Pork Belly
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